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    The Infinite Doctrine of Water
    The Infinite Doctrine of Water
    The Infinite Doctrine of Water
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    The Infinite Doctrine of Water

    By Michael T. Young

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    The gorgeous poems of Michael T. Young’s The Infinite Doctrine of Water offer the rewards of deep reflection. The poet’s sharp eye and attentive ear capture the delicate light and shadow of urban life and personal memory. New York and Jersey City provide the backdrop for subtle yet incisive meditations, as when “Devoti

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherTerrapin Books
    Release dateApr 1, 2018
    ISBN9781947896024
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